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The average American now faces a paradox: while owning a car as a necessity, many can no longer responsibly afford one. The Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956 entrenched car culture in America by prioritizing automobiles over public transport, leading to a significant increase in car dependency. National statistics reveal a stark contrast in car ownership and public transport access: while 92% of American households own a car, only 55% have access to reliable transportation alternatives.